He knew that he was part of something much bigger than himself.

Meaning: This describes the boy understanding that he is part of something much bigger than just himself.

Choice of Words: Part means a piece or section of something. Bigger means larger in size or importance. Himself is a reflexive pronoun that refers to the person speaking or writing. When you put these words together, you get a sense of the boy's realization that he is part of something larger than just himself.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

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• It grew bigger and bigger with each meal.
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• She felt a sense of peace and wonder, knowing that she was part of something vast and mysterious.
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